1. In 1756, French and Indian War: Daniel Boone was born in Berks County, Pennsylvania. He would later become a legendary frontiersman and explorer, leading settlers through the Cumberland Gap into Kentucky and helping to establish the Wilderness Road.

2. In 1856, slavery: The Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company announced that it would no longer accept free blacks as passengers on its trains, leading to protests and calls for boycotts from the African American community.

3. In 1936, baseball: The Louisville Colonels defeated the Montreal Royals 5-2 in the first night game ever played at Parkway Field in Louisville. The game was a huge success, drawing a crowd of over 10,000 fans.

4. In 1969, civil rights: The Kentucky State Fairgrounds was the site of a rally led by Reverend Jesse Jackson and other civil rights leaders, calling for an end to discrimination and police brutality against African Americans.

5. In 1998, art: The Speed Art Museum in Louisville opened its newly renovated and expanded facilities to the public, showcasing its extensive collection of art and artifacts from around the world. The museum continues to be a popular attraction for visitors to Kentucky.